Rane DA-216S

The Rane DA 216S is a distribution amplifier equipped with two inputs and sixteen outputs. This allows for the creation of 16 balanced outputs from one or two switchable mic/line inputs. The output level of each output can be adjusted using controls on the front panel. Each output can also be assigned to one, the other, or both inputs using switches on the front panel. The Master A, B controls influence the overall level of each input, enabling simultaneous level changes for all connected outputs. An overload LED indicator is available, monitoring both the input level and the level on individual internal circuits of the output stage. Each input is switchable for microphone or line level signal input via a button on the rear panel. Additionally, there is a boost switch next to it, providing +20 or 0dB for line input and +40 or +60dB for mic input. Through other controls, it is possible to set each signal to a nominal +4dBu while still maintaining a 17dB headroom. Phantom power for microphones is provided at +15VDC. Any input set to line automatically disables this phantom power. An LED on the rear panel indicates where Phantom power is enabled. Each output circuit is equipped with balanced outputs for quality signal transmission even over long distances.